History's Most Costly Military Vehicles Revealed

6. Lockheed C-130 Hercules – U.S.

Manufacturing company: Lockheed Martin Main Operators: United States Air Force, Coast Guard, Royal Air Force, and Royal Canadian Air Force Cost per unit: $11.9 million* The Lockheed C-130 Hercules, a four-engine turboprop aircraft, was initially constructed by Lockheed Corporation (now Lockheed Martin). Built for cargo transport, medical evacuation, and troop deployment, it can also function on rough or unprepared airstrips.

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Lockheed C-130 Hercules (UAE) via flickr.com/@Donal Morrissey The Hercules serves extensively as a tactical airlifter by countless armed forces globally and can also function as a gunship for airborne operations. With more than 40 variants, including civilian versions, the Hercules operates as a versatile aircraft used in over 60 countries.